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Northampton MOT and Service: Prices, Reviews & Local Insights

£53.19

Average price for a MOT and Service in Northampton

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average rating based on customer feedback.

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customer reviews for garages in Northampton

Why Use BookMyGarage to Book Your Service and MOT in Northampton?

We've helped UK drivers compare prices for MOT, servicing and car repairs 23.5 million times – and when you compare local garages through our online comparison site, you can be sure you’re booking the best deal!

As the UK’s leading MOT and service comparison site, we’re dedicated to helping drivers save money on their car maintenance. Here are just some of the ways we keep you in control of booking your MOT and service in Northampton:

 

Plenty of Choice. We may recommend certain garages depending on your location, but you always have the final say. There are thousands of fast-fit, independent and franchised garages on our online comparison site, so you’re able to see all your options and choose the best one for you.

No Upfront Payment. You never enter any payment details when you book your service and MOT in Northampton. We never charge you any fees to use our site and you always pay the garage directly after the appointment.

24/7 Online Booking. When you need a service and MOT in Northampton, you want to book it as soon as possible. You don’t want to wait around for the garage to open so you can call up and get it sorted - and with BookMyGarage, you don’t have to. We allow you to make your appointment day or night, even when the garage is closed.

Honest Reviews & Ratings. See what like-minded drivers have to say about every garage on our comparison site to help inform your decision. Always unfiltered and unedited for transparency.

 

Compare deals and save up to 70% on your car maintenance when you choose one of the lower-cost options through BookMyGarage. Enter your vehicle reg and postcode to compare instant prices in Northampton and book the best deal today.

 

How to Book Your MOT and Service in Northampton

  1. Enter your vehicle reg and postcode.
  2. Compare deals. You can sort garages in Northampton by whatever best suits your needs: price, distance, reviews and ratings or availability.
  3. Pick a date and time for your appointment.

 

After you book your appointment, we send you a confirmation email with a summary of your booking. We also inform the garage, who may also be in touch to confirm the appointment or to ask for extra details.

You never pay for your booking until after all the work has been completed and deal with the garage directly after the initial booking process. You also have the ability to change or cancel your booking for free until the day of your appointment.

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How Much Does an MOT and Service Cost in Northampton?

All prices are averages taken from bookings made in Northampton through BookMyGarage.com.

MOT & Interim Service MOT & Full Service MOT & Major Service
£138.12 £190.72 £226.61

 

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

What’s Included in an MOT and Service in Northampton?

An MOT and service combine various checks and maintenance tasks to ensure vehicle safety and performance. What is included in your service depends on whether you choose an interim, full or major service.

Below is a general outline of what you will receive during an MOT and service in Northampton booked through BookMyGarage:

Interim Service: Oil change and fluid, brake pad, lights, tyres and exhaust checks, among others.

Full Service: Everything included in an interim service plus air filter change, suspension, brake system and drive belt checks, among others.

Major Service: Everything included in a full service with added replacements, clutch and air conditioning system checks, and fuel/pollen filter change.

MOT Test: Mandatory assessment of safety and emissions components, including body condition, lights, brakes, tyres, and emissions. Specifics vary based on vehicle age, mileage, and manufacturer recommendations.

Why is an MOT and Service Necessary?

Here are just 5 reasons why booking an MOT and service is essential:

1. Ensuring vehicle safety, performance, and compliance.
2. Regular maintenance addresses wear and tear, preventing major issues.
3. MOT tests verify roadworthiness and emissions compliance, maintaining overall safety.
4. Different service levels target specific components, optimising longevity and reliability.
5. Compliance with manufacturer recommendations and legal requirements upholds vehicle value and driver security.

Is it Cheaper to Book an MOT and Service at the Same Time?

Many garages in Northampton offer a discount on their MOT price when you book a car service at the same time.

That means booking an MOT and service together can make it much cheaper to keep your vehicle in good condition - so long as you choose a garage that offers a great deal.

How Long Does an MOT and Service Take?

The duration of an MOT and service varies depending on which service you book, and any individual vehicle needs.

Generally, an MOT takes between 45 and 60 minutes, an interim service around 1 hour, a full service between 2-3 hours, and a major service 3-4 hours.

Your MOT and service will take longer if your vehicle needs any repairs, or the garages is quite busy and can’t begin the work right away.

Are There Any Recommended MOT and Service Centres in Northampton?

If you’re looking for a highly rated MOT and service centre near you, you can filter results on our comparison site by ‘Reviews’. This will show you the top-rated garages in your area, as recommended by previous BookMyGarage customers.

All our reviews are unfiltered and verified, so you’re always seeing a fair picture of other drivers’ experiences with each garage.

How Can I Prepare My Car For an MOT and Service?

The easiest way to prepare your car for its appointment is to conduct some simple checks. These include:

• Switch all the lights on to find any broken or dim bulbs and replace.
• Ensure your car has plenty of fuel.
• Ensure your car has engine oil and other vital fluids (screen wash, coolant, brake fluid etc) and top up if required.
• Ensure the tyres are not damaged or excessively worn.
• Ensure the interior is clean and tidy.
• Check for scratches on the bodywork or chips and cracks on the glass.

You can also ensure you have paper copies of any important documentation to hand (in the unlikely event that a garage needs to see it) and provide a service book for them to stamp after your service and a locking wheel nut in case they need to remove the tyres.

How Do I Know My Car Passed Its MOT?

The garage conducting your MOT will let you know the result as soon as the test is complete. This is when they will communicate any necessary repairs to you as well.

In most cases, the result of your MOT will be live within a couple of hours. You can source this via the BookMyGarage User Portal or through our free MOT Checker.

Can I Get a Courtesy Car During My MOT and Service in Northampton?

Yes, depending on which garage you choose and their availability.

If you need access to a car during your MOT and service appointment, make sure you choose a garage that can provide loan cars. These will be clearly marked in the comparison results, and you can enable a filter on the left-hand side to only see garages in your area that offer this option.

Make sure you confirm with the garage that they have loan car availability during your preferred appointment to avoid disappointment.

Where Can I Find a Reliable MOT Near Northampton?

There are several ways we help you find a reliable MOT centre in Northampton. You can either compare garages to find the most highly recommended (as defined by verified customer reviews) or by our most relevant garages. These are the ones we recommend based on their review score, pricing and general reliability from working with us.

Most importantly, we only work with garages that hold themselves to the same high standards that we do and remove those that let customers down or fail to honour prices. That means when you book through BookMyGarage, you get the most reliable MOT and service in Northampton.